Master of International Relations

The Master of International Relations is designed to develop an advanced understanding of the political, social, economic and legal components and processes of the international system. There is an emphasis on understanding how these components and institutions operate in specific regions of the world. It is a highly flexible course, offering online/external study options. The course is delivered by leading academics in subfields of International Relations.

The Master of International Relations is a postgraduate coursework degree consisting of a minimum of 80 credit points, taught in English, which normally takes one year of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Admission requirements are normally tertiary qualifications or equivalent.

On successful completion you will be able to:

• Conduct independent research in world affairs in a self-directed way, applying specialised concepts, theories and methodologies in international relations and, as appropriate, cognate disciplines.
• Assess and selectively apply competing theories that seek to explain current and historical conflicts in the international arena to stated cases.
• Evaluate how cultural and personal factors influence perceptions in world affairs.
• Explain developments in international politics by integrating advanced political, legal, social and economic reasoning.
• Provide an analyst’s perspective on international affairs including current and historical conflicts in the international arena) using written, oral and digital means at levels appropriate to specialist and non-specialist audiences and stakeholders.